Electrician
| Posting date: | 12 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,866 to £36,135 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2026 |
| Location: | Wetherby, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Amey |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 9733 |
Summary
HMYOI Wetherby, LS22 5ED
£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance
39 hours per week | Permanent
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Level 2 Electrician to join Amey at HMYOI Wetherby, working on a secure, long-term Ministry of Justice contract.
This is a site-based role, offering stability, structure, and consistent work within a supportive facilities team. Weekend working is 1 in 3 on a rota, with a 15% allowance.
The role
You’ll be responsible for:
Planned and preventative electrical maintenance
Fault finding and minor electrical works
Like-for-like replacements, testing, and inspections in line with BS7671
Ensuring all work is completed safely and compliantly
Supporting Health & Safety standards and safe systems of work
What we’re looking for
Level 2 Electrical qualification (City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 or equivalent)
18th Edition (17th Edition considered with upskilling)
Experience in electrical maintenance
Good H&S awareness and ability to work independently
Basic IT skills
Experience with fire alarms or CCTV is desirable but not essential.
Why HMYOI Wetherby?
Single-site role – no travelling between locations
Well-established site with clear routines
Ideal for electricians seeking job security and work–life balance
What we offer
Long-term, secure employment
Career progression opportunities
Funded training and development
24 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Pension, flexible benefits, discounts, and on-site parking/gym
Prison security clearance and Enhanced DBS with Child Barring required (Amey will support you).
About Amey
Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
Apply today – we may close early if we receive sufficient applications.
Inspiring Impact Together
£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance
39 hours per week | Permanent
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Level 2 Electrician to join Amey at HMYOI Wetherby, working on a secure, long-term Ministry of Justice contract.
This is a site-based role, offering stability, structure, and consistent work within a supportive facilities team. Weekend working is 1 in 3 on a rota, with a 15% allowance.
The role
You’ll be responsible for:
Planned and preventative electrical maintenance
Fault finding and minor electrical works
Like-for-like replacements, testing, and inspections in line with BS7671
Ensuring all work is completed safely and compliantly
Supporting Health & Safety standards and safe systems of work
What we’re looking for
Level 2 Electrical qualification (City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 or equivalent)
18th Edition (17th Edition considered with upskilling)
Experience in electrical maintenance
Good H&S awareness and ability to work independently
Basic IT skills
Experience with fire alarms or CCTV is desirable but not essential.
Why HMYOI Wetherby?
Single-site role – no travelling between locations
Well-established site with clear routines
Ideal for electricians seeking job security and work–life balance
What we offer
Long-term, secure employment
Career progression opportunities
Funded training and development
24 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Pension, flexible benefits, discounts, and on-site parking/gym
Prison security clearance and Enhanced DBS with Child Barring required (Amey will support you).
About Amey
Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
Apply today – we may close early if we receive sufficient applications.
Inspiring Impact Together
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